2024 VINFAST VF 8
3 recalls, 26 complaints
25V559000 Aug 28, 2025
LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: AUTOMATIC STEERING
Defect Description
VinFast Auto, LLC (VinFast) is recalling certain 2023-2025 VF8 vehicles. The Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) may activate during wide turns, causing unexpected steering wheel movements that are difficult for the driver to override.
Consequence
A steering wheel that moves unexpectedly may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
VinFast will update the ADAS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2025. Owners may contact VinFast customer service at 1-833-503-0600.
24V933000 Dec 17, 2024
AIR BAGS
Defect Description
VinFast Auto, LLC (VinFast) is recalling certain 2023-2025 VF8 vehicles. The center air bag mounted in the driver's seat may deploy improperly during a side impact crash and strike the driver's arm.
Consequence
An air bag that strikes the driver increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the center air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2025. Owners may contact VinFast customer service at 1-833-503-0600.
24V369000 May 24, 2024
AIR BAGS
Defect Description
VinFast Auto, LLC (VinFast) is recalling certain 2022-2024 VF8 vehicles. Inactive ignitors may have been installed in the air bags.
Consequence
Inactive ignitors can prevent the air bags from deploying, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
VinFast will replace the air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 21, 2024. Owners may contact VinFast customer service at 1-833-503-0600. VinFast's number for this recall is VPAC-291.
Complaint Statistics
26 total complaints
1 crashes 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 4 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 |
| ENGINE | 3 |
| TIRES | 3 |
| STEERING | 2 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
| AIR BAGS | 1 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
TIRES
Nov 20, 2025
Incident date: Nov 6, 2025
**Nature of Safety Defect Within 13,000 miles of normal mixed highway and light off-road use on a Toyota Highland, one tire developed a sidewall bubble and all four tires exhibited extreme and uneven tread wear—far below the advertised 50,000-mile treadwear warranty. The remaining tread depth on a... Read more
TIRES
Nov 20, 2025
Incident date: Nov 6, 2025
**Nature of Safety Defect Within 13,000 miles of normal mixed highway and light off-road use on a Toyota Highland, one tire developed a sidewall bubble and all four tires exhibited extreme and uneven tread wear—far below the advertised 50,000-mile treadwear warranty. The remaining tread depth on a... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 9, 2025
Incident date: Aug 28, 2025
The contact owns a 2021 Buick Envision. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert malfunctioned. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the side-view mirror illuminated erroneously while driving near a guard rail... Read more
ENGINE
Sep 25, 2025
Incident date: Sep 25, 2025
During a routine service on my 2021 Audi Q7, the shop found the coolant level low and traced it to a leak. The Audi dealer later diagnosed failure of the water pump, thermostat, valves, and related parts, with a repair estimate of nearly $5,000. I discovered that prior model years (up to 2020) were ... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Aug 5, 2025
Incident date: Mar 5, 2025
There are distortions, that makes looking through the windshield wavy/rippling. Minor distortion at the top of the windshield at the angle you look at top portion of cars in front of you and traffic lights. Major distortion when looking at the right side of the windshield from the driver seat, cover... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 30, 2025
Incident date: Jul 30, 2025
I have tried reaching BMW USA 3-4 times since November 2024 until now. The representative said BMW is working on correcting the problem. I have CC the email that was sent this June 2025 with no replies. 1 year has passed since the recall was issued and BMW USA has not created a remedy/fix for th... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 30, 2025
Incident date: Jul 30, 2025
Leaking exhaust noise at start up began around 7/14/25. Noise became louder over the following week. Check engine light came on morning of 7/25. Immediately took it to local GM dealership for inspection. Dealership first said it was a cracked front exhaust pipe but then they also determined that... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Jul 30, 2025
Incident date: Jul 30, 2025
I rear ended a stopped tractor pulling a hay baler at 50 mph. my braking system sent no alerts nor did it brake for me. May airbags did not deploy. I sufferered a broken hand as a result of the impact.
Crash
1 injured
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Jul 29, 2025
Incident date: Jul 29, 2025
At approximately 30k miles (but after the 5 year warrantee had expired) the car started giving warnings about the brake system failing even though the brakes worked properly. Shortly after that, and without any warning indicators on the dash, the car began jerking when applying the brakes and down s... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 29, 2025
Incident date: Jul 29, 2025
At approximately 30k miles (but after the 5 year warrantee had expired) the car started giving warnings about the brake system failing even though the brakes worked properly. Shortly after that, and without any warning indicators on the dash, the car began jerking when applying the brakes and down s... Read more
STEERING
Apr 27, 2025
Incident date: Apr 27, 2025
Purchased a **2025 Sienna XSE** with severe alignment issues since new. After **two failed repair attempts** at Fort Bend Toyota, the steering is now worse, and they damaged my wheel without offering solutions. This is a **safety hazard**—the car drifts dangerously at slow and highway speeds. The... Read more
TIRES
Apr 14, 2025
Incident date: Apr 14, 2025
Tire = LT275/65R20. After 20 minutes on surface streets in 98° weather, entered freeway and heard a "thumping" sound every second at about 45 mph. Appeared to be the freeway but after accelerating to about 55 mph a loud bang was heard and the tire blew. This was a catastrophic failure where the ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Mar 9, 2025
Incident date: Feb 22, 2025
Car engine suddenly stalled on a number of occasions - as if vehicle went from drive to neutral - essentially losing forward moving power. Car alert said there was an issue with the electronic break, and dealer failed to identify a remedy.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 9, 2025
Incident date: Feb 22, 2025
This is a 2014 Jeep Cherokee, this model DOES have a recall for water leaking in through the truck. That causes the electronic parking break module to short out and lock the parking brake in as engaged. My jeeps vin however is not a part of the recall for some reason, this part was replaced on 4/1... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 9, 2025
Incident date: Feb 22, 2025
This is a 2014 Jeep Cherokee, this model DOES have a recall for water leaking in through the truck. That causes the electronic parking break module to short out and lock the parking brake in as engaged. My jeeps vin however is not a part of the recall for some reason, this part was replaced on 4/1... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 13, 2025
Incident date: Dec 29, 2024
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that there was debris from the eng... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 13, 2025
Incident date: Dec 29, 2024
The contact owns a 2014 BMW 328I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time f... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jan 13, 2025
Incident date: Dec 29, 2024
The contact owns a 2014 BMW 328I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time f... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dec 19, 2024
Incident date: Nov 20, 2024
The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the engine was louder than usual, and the vehicle was running rough while driving at various speeds and idle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed with low compression in cylinders ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Dec 18, 2024
Incident date: Dec 4, 2024
I have brought two new Gm pickups this years a Denali and a high county and they both been hack into they take over the brakes and steering and everything of the vehicle that’s 80000 thousand a piece truck Gm need to do something before they kill me onstar has report of them in the vehicle
SUSPENSION
Dec 18, 2024
Incident date: Dec 4, 2024
I have brought two new Gm pickups this years a Denali and a high county and they both been hack into they take over the brakes and steering and everything of the vehicle that’s 80000 thousand a piece truck Gm need to do something before they kill me onstar has report of them in the vehicle
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 18, 2024
Incident date: Dec 15, 2024
After start up, there is no audio coming from the vehicle. No audio from entertainment system, no audio from turn signal and no audio from fasten seat belt "chime". Restarting vehicle does not change the outcomes, initially. Exiting the vehicle and restarting about 10 minutes later, all audio retu... Read more
STEERING
Nov 22, 2024
Incident date: Nov 7, 2024
When you brake and turn the steering wheel to the left it makes a loud clanging noise and the steering wheel shakes. The car feels loose and it does not feel safe to drive. The dealership states it’s the steering rack. It has been happening for 5 months.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 5, 2024
Incident date: Oct 4, 2024
Center rails for center seats get so hot they burn bare skin. (Center rails in the floor)
AIR BAGS
Jun 7, 2024
Incident date: Jun 5, 2024
Problem Dealer said recall for airbags risk/ seat sensor cannot be fixed due to unable to get parts.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 7, 2024
Incident date: Jun 5, 2024
Problem Dealer said recall for airbags risk/ seat sensor cannot be fixed due to unable to get parts.
NHTSA Safety Investigations, VINFAST VF 8
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE24025
Opened: Sep 10, 2024 , Closed: Oct 21, 2025
Lane Keep Assist System
On September 10, 2024, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE) 24025 to assess allegations of lane departures with the Lane Keep Assist (LKA) system engaged in Model Year (MY) 2023 through 2024 VinFast VF8 vehicles. The reports further alleged that the system exh... Read more
VINFAST VF 8 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the VINFAST VF 8 across all model years (2022, 2025).
10
Total Recalls
122
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
5
Reported Crashes
1
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths